WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24TH

PLEASE JOIN US ON WEDNESDAY, – 6:30 PM @ Washoe Dems Headquarters, 1465 Terminal Way, Reno as the Stonewall Democrats of Northern Nevada (SDNN) host their second talk in a series of talks on LGBT issues.  We specifically invite our “straight” friends to come and learn more about our issues.  Join moderator Laura Grotz (from Laura’s List) and guests Caren Jenkins and Farrell Caffereta to discuss the topic of Gay Marriage after viewing the movie about them, My Sister, My Bride, (see description below)  a film by Bonnie Burt.  We may even have Bonnie Burt in attendance so come on down and be part of this exciting viewing of our two local gals.

Caren Jenkins is a family law attorney who has been involved in the marriage rights movement for over a decade, and she practices right here in northern Nevada.

My Sister, My Bride

A film by Bonnie Burt

2004, 26 minutes, Color, VHS/DVD

As the issue of gay marriage grips the country, this touching documentary follows the heartwarming and historic journey of two Jewish lesbians as they seek to celebrate their commitment to one another. Partners for five years, Farrell and Caren simply want to officially acknowledgment of their relationship like any other couple in love. Supported by their temple community in Nevada, the women put their own personal twist on a Jewish affirmation ceremony by creating their own: a B’rit Ahuvah. Two years later, when San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom orders the County Clerk to begin issuing same-sex marriage licenses, Farrell and Caren travel from Nevada with baby in tow to be married at San Francisco City Hall in a civil ceremony. Together with thousands of other hopeful couples, they participate in what has become a defining moment in the ongoing struggle for equality in this country. A story of love, marriage and the Constitution, MY SISTER, MY BRIDE personalizes the current legal debates and serves as a testament to the sheer determination of couples and families fighting for their right to love.